40+ Minimalist Bags That Whisper Chic—From The Row to Everlane

By Laura Jackson

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This summer, chic city girls from all over are trading their trendy It bags in favor of quietly luxurious, masterfully minimalist handbags, like those from The Row and Khaite to Everlane and Reformation. With the warm weather season finally upon us, follow suit and stick to a solid foundation of wardrobe essentials, beginning with a timeless tote or two.

As modeled by Hailey Bieber and Emrata to Sofia Richie and Kendall Jenner, a sleek bag has both the power and potential to elevate any outfit in mind—you can throw one over your shoulder with a classic white T-shirt and jeans or atop a delightful day dress and expect sartorial success every time. Additionally, thanks to luxe labels like Toteme and Khaite to more contemporary bag brands like Anine Bing and Staud, a pared-down handbag has become somewhat of a status symbol—sometimes, the more minimalist, the merrier.

Shop Hailey Bieber and Emrata's minimalist bags, below.

Back to The Row; its N/S Park tote is destined to be a mainstay in your closet, serving as a timeless work tote, an elegant evening bag, and everything else in between. Take a styling cue from the Olsen twins, the design duo behind the brand, and sling yours over a breezy linen shirt and tailored trousers. Another outstanding offering comes from DeMellier, whose Tokyo shoulder bag whispers ‘chic’ this summer and well beyond. Then, there are still those irresistible, trend-forward pieces like Bottega Veneta's mini Jodie bag and moon bags from Hat Attack, Reformation, and Mansur Gavriel that are simplistic but never boring. Raffia bags are easily the standout styles of summer with perfect picks coming from Proenza Schouler and Hunting Season to Dragon Diffusion and Loewe.

This summer season, no all white wardrobe is complete without an ivory, ecru, or beige bag from Acne Studios, Max Mara, or Frenzlaur. Meanwhile, burgundy beauties from Neous and Aesther Ekme add a welcome pop of color. Options from the High Street are equally as eye-catching—find these from Cos, Massimo Dutti, and Mango.

Here's to raising the bar on stylish essentials this summer season, starting strong with a minimalist handbag, or two for that matter. Below, shop 40+ minimalist bags that are forever stylish, yet perfectly practical.